Dubai: Team India is advancing undefeated in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
After a 44-run victory over New Zealand, India has secured a spot in the semifinals at the top position.
As a result, India will face Australia in the semifinals on March 4th.
In this match, India batted first and scored 249 runs in 50 overs. Shreyas Iyer (79), Hardik Pandya (45), and Axar Patel (42) played crucial innings.
Among the New Zealand bowlers, Matt Henry took 5 wickets, while the rest provided little support.
In the chase, New Zealand’s batting was a major disappointment.
Kane Williamson (81) fought alone, but the rest of the players failed to make any significant contributions.
Varun Chakravarthy impressed with 5 wickets, while Kuldeep Yadav took 2 wickets.
New Zealand was bowled out for 205 runs in 45.3 overs and failed to reach the top.
With the spinners dominating, India achieved a remarkable victory.
Now, Team India will look to put up an even better performance in the semifinals against Australia.
The battle for a spot in the final is now eagerly awaited. Meanwhile, New Zealand will face South Africa in another semifinal.